If you've been following us for a while, you're probably familiar with our parent company's event, Pocket Gamer Connects. One of our highlights at these events is the Big Indie Pitch, where we showcase innovative indie games to a panel of judges. Today, we're excited to spotlight one of the top runners-up that caught our attention: the math-battling roguelike, Talystro!
At first glance, Talystro might blend in with the crowd of popular deckbuilding roguelikes. However, a closer look reveals what made it stand out. In Talystro, you play as the "math mouse," embarking on a quest to overthrow the evil Necrodicer. The game uniquely blends card and dice mechanics, where you use dice rolls and cards to reach target numbers, effectively defeating enemies represented by numerical values. Be mindful though, as you're limited to a certain number of dice per turn, adding a strategic layer to your gameplay.
Crypt of the NecrodicerTalystro boasts a distinctive visual style that merges rubber hose animation with a fantasy aesthetic, reminiscent of educational math games from your childhood. Despite requiring only basic math skills, the gameplay is captivating and easy to understand at a glance.
Scheduled for release in March, Talystro promises a simple yet challenging gameplay formula that many deckbuilders struggle to perfect. This balance is likely to be a major draw for players.
While you eagerly await Talystro's arrival, why not explore our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week? It's the perfect way to keep entertained until Talystro hits the shelves!
